Mental Health Tech (MHT)

UHS•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Fairmount Behavioral Health Hospital is hiring a part-time Mental Health Tech (MHT) for 24 hours per week on the 3 p.m.–11:30 p.m. shift. The MHT provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu, providing crisis interventions, and assisting with activities of daily living. Fairmount Behavioral Health Hospital provides behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults experiencing mental health and addictive illnesses. It is a 239-bed, short-term acute care hospital offering inpatient, partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, and specialized chemical dependency treatment programs. The hospital is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The role offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, opportunities for career development and continuing education, and a supportive leadership environment. Fairmount is part of Universal Health Services (UHS), which operates healthcare facilities and related services in the United States and other locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in a human services area, such as psychology, sociology, political science, counseling, criminal justice, pastoral counseling, elementary or special education, or family therapy; OR a high school diploma or GED plus at least two years of paid or unpaid human services experience involving direct contact with individuals receiving services, such as coaching, teaching, or case management.